Community Centers

Community centers dot the California campaign trail as go-to venues for DNC events and Holcomb appearances. C.J. points to them in the Newport Beach bar to explain Holcomb's weary yet resilient look—earned from packed halls filled with local crowds, echoing applause, and handshakes that build grassroots momentum. These spaces underscore why the DNC favors him: they demand stamina and connect candidates to everyday voters, contrasting Sam's faltering rallies.